Today, Spike Chunsoft released new details for No Sleep For Kaname Date – From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES, which will head to Nintendo Switch consoles and Steam on July 25. The new information shows the game’s main system as well as how escape sections will work. In addition, a new collaboration featuring merchandise from AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES – nirvana Initiative is available for pre-order.
About No Sleep For Kaname Date – From AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES Main System
In this installment, a new “Escape” section has been added alongside the traditional “Investigation” and “Somnium” sections. Each section features a different playable character, and the story progresses as players switch between these three gameplay sections.
Investigation
In Investigations, take control of the protagonist, Kaname Date, as he follows the trail of the missing Iris. The story unfolds as you visit various real-world locations, investigate crime scenes, and question key witnesses. Date also utilizes the visual enhancement functions of his AI-equipped prosthetic left eye, “AI-Ball,” to uncover vital clues that could help solve the case.
Somnium
Somnium is one of the defining features of the series. In this segment, take control of Aiba—in female humanoid form—rather than Kaname Date. Using a device called the “Psync” machine, enter a witness’s dream world to uncover hidden memories and buried truths, all within a strict six-minute time limit.
The dream world is shaped by the subject’s personality and memories, meaning the laws of reality no longer apply. Instead, each Somnium follows its own unique set of rules. Barriers known as “mental locks” block access to deeper memories, and players must take different actions to unlock them.
Escape
In Escape, take control of Iris, who has been trapped in a locked room. Your goal is to solve the puzzles scattered throughout the room and find a way out. During this section, you’ll be in communication with Kaname Date and Aiba, receiving hints through conversations with them. You’ll need to carefully examine objects and items placed around the room to uncover the clues needed to escape. Some of the things you collect may not be useful on their own, but by combining them with other items, you can unlock their true potential.
Village Vanguard Collaboration
Pre-orders for collaboration merchandise based on the previous title AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES – nirvanA Initiative are now being accepted through the Village Vanguard Online Store until May 10, 2025 Pacific Daylight Time. All of the collaboration items will be made to order. In addition to items like T-shirts and tote bags featuring original artwork by Ryosuke Takeuchi, this second round of orders includes a new item—plushies. A total of 15 items will be available for purchase.
See the Village Vanguard page for details.
https://vvstore.jp/feature/detail/19979
If you haven’t checked out the series, you definitely should! Read up on why you need to check out the first game in the series, and stay tuned for more gaming news here on Miso!